# 16 US states introduced 23 daylight saving time bills in 2026, NCSL finds

The National Conference of State Legislatures published the legislative tally on October 4, 2026.

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At least 16 United States states have presented 23 bills related to daylight saving time and standard time during 2026, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures.[^1]

No status on committee referral, floor scheduling or enactment was included with the published count.

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1. The United States National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) stated that during 2026, at least 16 US states presented 23 bills related to daylight saving time and standard time. ([elvocero.com](https://www.elvocero.com/el-mundo/se-acab-el-cambio-de-hora-estos-estados-quieren-dejar-un-solo-horario/article_7ceda803-eb19-4603-aa4c-21876f644a0e.html), News)

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